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Crafting the best call to actions in UX writing
I'm a rule-follower. We're talking didn't-really-have-fun-in-my-teens level of obedience.So it seems contradictory that I have so much trouble with being told what to do. If you tell me to do something, I'll do the opposite. Go figure.My husband loves it. And by...
What is A/B testing your copy?
The best way to prove your point get the best results for your business/client? A/B test your copy. It really is the only true measure of success. Find out why, what and where.
UX words, terms and concepts in plain English: A glossary
Knowledge is power, my friends. Understanding jargon has the power to help you confidently navigate the UX writing world. Consider this a cheat-sheet of one-sentence summaries to help you keep up in conversations.
Eff it. How to get read.
Humans have a tendency to read in an f-shaped pattern. Find out how to leverage this behaviour to engage your users and keep them coming back for more.
Why I’m so passive about active voice
Confused about active vs passive voice? You’re not alone. Find out how to use each for the most impact.
What the hell is UX writing and how is it different from copywriting?
As the newest kid on the block, UX writing is making a splash. But what the hell is it? Find out all about writing for user experience and how it differs from traditional copywriting.
You don’t need sleaze to sell
So often people (and websites) end up coming across as sleazy because they don’t know how to talk about money.
So how can you sell without selling?
Big words aren’t better, here’s why
How will people know you’re an expert if you don’t use expert language?
The very best writing uses the simplest words and phrases.
3 easy steps to writing effective UI copy
The User Interface (UI) is comprised of all the elements on a screen or page that users interact with. The most common types of writing you’ll be asked to do for UI includes buttons, error messages, form fields etc.
Simple right? Wrong.
So before you do anything else, do these three things.